Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings introduces new characters, offers them a chance to save the world and prepares them for what will come along down the line.

Candyman transcends standard horror fare because of creative filmmaking choices and a believable cast.

Free Guy appeals to both hard-core enthusiasts and casual gamers alike with an inviting setting where you’ll want to plop your avatar, uh, yourself for a couple of hours.

Jungle Cruise presents both adventure and constant danger at a level much higher and more engaging than the work of even the best Disney skippers.

Old squanders a great concept with annoying details that distract you from the crisis for the characters.

Marvel beat out the James Bond franchise with Black Widow as what feels like the first female James Bond movie.

Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard fails to deliver a solid hit and instead sprays jokes like bullets everywhere to see which ones reach their targets.

Godzilla vs. Kong layers ridiculous missions and human drama upon three battles that could have been YouTube videos.

Nobody showcases Bob Odenkirk as you’ve never seen him before in a satisfying action film tinged with comedy.

Not even the star power of Gal Gadot can save Wonder Woman 1984 from its many WWTF moments.

Soul emphasizes the importance of music and mentors/teachers while delivering some soul-sucking sadness and ennui.

Tenet ultimately leaves you mentally and physically exhausted yet ready to go back(wards) into the theater to repeat the experience.